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TV series

The French Chef

1963TV-G10 seasons7.5 / 10

One of the first cooking shows on American television, created and hosted by Julia Child on public television to introduce the French way of cooking. It emphasized fresh ingredients, many of which were unfamiliar to Americans. Based on the books she co-authored, entitled Mastering the Art of French Cooking.

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Checked Jul 22, 2026

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Synopsis

One of the first cooking shows on American television, created and hosted by Julia Child on public television to introduce the French way of cooking. It emphasized fresh ingredients, many of which were unfamiliar to Americans. Based on the books she co-authored, entitled Mastering the Art of French Cooking.

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More about The French Chef

Cast

Julia ChildSelf - Host
Madame PasquetSelf

Credits

Created by
Julia Child

Production details

Status
Ended
Series type
Reality
Episodes
205
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • PBSUnited States
  • National Educational TelevisionUnited States
  • GBHUnited States

Themes

chefcookingfoodinstructional